Tenaya Indalo

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I normally wear UK 9 / EU 43 shoes in the city and hiking, running or cycling shoes are often a little bigger. I tried both UK 7.5 (EU 41 1/3) and UK 8 (EU 42) of the Tenaya Indalo. The UK 7.5 fit snugly, but was too constricting, especially around the big toe, and was uncomfortably tight any longer. I ended up with a UK 8, which was still snug but gave a little more room for the toes to be straighter without any extra space at the tip of the shoe. The first few times I wore the shoe, it was painful, especially on top of the big toe on my right foot, which may be because my other leg is slightly longer and my big toes don't naturally bend very much. The Indalo doesn't stretch much, but it does flex a little with use. It is significantly stiffer and flexes less than softer models like the Mundaka or Iati. Compared to the Mastia, this one is a bit narrower and the toebox is a bit different. In use, the Indalo is a very precise and aggressive shoe that shines on small holds and technical routes. The stiff sole offers good support, but the feel is still sufficient for precise footwork. The sole feels a bit slippery, especially with worn-out sloppers used in indoor bouldering, but maybe that will improve a bit as the sole wears in. Overall, the shoe is really versatile and I am happy with the purchase. Although I plan to get other shoes when I don't need stiffness and balance on minimal holds.

Great shoes. Fit really nice and for a good price.

Toe box is a little more narrow than I expected, but other than that a fantastic shoe for climbing hard on overhanging boulders or sport climbs! The heel feels similar to the La Sportiva Solutions and the aggressive nature of the toe is excellent for tiny foot chips.

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I went down 2.5 sizes from my normal shoe and they fit really well. Scarpa shoes had a problem with the air pocket in the heel. These don't have that problem and the heel hooks feel good! They're really comfortable, although getting them on is challenging at first.

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A precise, yet sensitive shoe! Good heel fit and a pleasantly wide toe box.

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A very typical Tenaya delicate and flexible shoe. Perfectly fits your foot!

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These are kind of like a nicer but less accurate version of Skwama. Fits the foot very much the same as Skwams of a similar size, but does not need to be broken in, does not stretch terribly, and feels more comfortable thanks to the lining. The heel is more precise, but the tip is a little more flexible than the Skwama, so the micro grips don't have quite the same confidence.

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2.5 sizes smaller than normal shoes, so it fits me well

Great comfort and great fit. Just perfect for indoor bouldering

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A sturdy and really narrow shoe that is neither too stiff nor too soft. Works especially well with small strokes. The material doesn't really stretch in use, like La Sportiva's Skwama does. At first, it can be difficult to get the shoe on, but after a while, the moisture makes the material stretch a little. The rubber seems to be relatively soft and therefore you will notice that it wears out faster.